I'm still intrigued by Cody Hodgson, he has more size and more of the tools I think we need. I'd do a Hemsky + Gagner for Hodgson + Stafford swap.

Nothing against Sam, I would just feel more comfortable with a legit 6 footer as our 2nd line C given all our other size issues.

I think both Oilers are better than their Buffalo counterparts (and Hemsky is better than Stafford by alot), so no deal.

1 inch really means that much to you? Sorry to break it to you but that's highly ridiculous. Gagner is the more physical stronger player to boot, and Hodgson isn't exactly a speedster either. If you like Hodgson better that's fine, but to cite a 1 inch difference...